ABOUT CAYMAN BRAC

Columbus’s little piece of paradise

The second largest of the three islands, Cayman Brac – or ‘the Brac’ – also has the most varied and dramatic terrain. It has a population of approximately 1,800 and a surface area of 15 square miles (39 square kilometres) is approximately 12 miles (19.31 kilometres) long by one-and-a-half miles (2.41 kilometres), wide, and has a striking limestone cliff or bluff (‘Brac’ is Gaelic for ‘Bluff’) running through its centre, rising to 140 feet (42.67 metres) above sea level. It was the prominence of this bluff that allowed Cayman Brac to be the first of the Cayman Islands sighted by Christopher Columbus in 1503. There are a variety of monuments including a park and memorial garden dedicated to Columbus across the island.

Eco-tourist’s dream

Renowned for its stunning nature reserves, local flora and fauna, diverse bird life (the island is a haven for many species of birds) and spectacular terrain, Cayman Brac is dubbed ‘an eco-tourist’s dream’ and is ideal for those seeking something a little different. This peaceful gem of a hideaway attracts divers and snorkelers, rock climbers, sports fishermen, bird watchers and those just looking to unwind and get away from it all. 

Attractive Infrastructure

The island has a well-established infrastructure that incorporates many facilities not so readily available on other small islands – including reliable power and water plants, a well-equipped hospital, dental clinic and eye clinic, an international airport, a public library and a luxury spa set right on the beach. With the Cayman Islands Government’s US$80-million (circa £50-million) drive to promote its infrastructure and similar incentives to enhance business and tourism, It's easy to see why the island are attracting an increasing number of people. 

"Cayman Brac continues to give great value for money" 

(Source: Coldwell Banker end of year market report 2011)